Substance Use Counselor (SAIOP) at Highland Rivers Health in Calhoun, Georgia

Job Description:

There is a place for you at Highland Rivers Behavioral Health!

Highland Rivers provides treatment and recovery services to individuals impacted by mental illness; substance use disorders and intellectual developmental disabilities.

Job Summary:

Highland Rivers Behavioral Health helps individuals learn how to manage life issues and day-to- day living without the use of mood- or mind-altering substances or drugs. Program services promote recovery, self-sufficiency, development of support networks and other important life skills to enhance mental health and reduce the risk of needing inpatient treatment.

Are you ready to make a Difference?

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct groups, individual counseling and psychoeducation as delineated via program licensure by Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH)/Health Facility Regulation (HFR).


• Follow established guidelines in the Program Plan.


• Complete Service Plan Development's, and all other supporting assessments, including UDS, & documentation for individuals.


• Maintains a caseload of individuals ensuring compliance with policies and procedures re: documentation and services are being provided per and individual's treatment plan recommendations.


• Follow-up calls with referrals and participation in Treatment/consultation/clinical team meetings.


• Complete monthly Treatment Plan reviews and discharge/transition persons served, as clinically indicated.


• Other duties as assigned.